The NHS defines Parkinson’s disease as a condition in which parts of the brain become progressively damaged over many years. Clinically, Parkinson’s disease is primarily described as a movement disorder and is characterised by its variety of motor symptoms.

In any bereavement situation it is important for carers to acknowledge their own grief and emotions. It may become difficult to care for someone living with dementia and to help them to come to terms with the bereavement if you yourself have not done so.

Finding friends or others to talk to, doing activities that you enjoy (making time for yourself) may seem like luxuries, but they are fundamental to your ability to care and support others.

Research suggests that hormonal changes naturally occur when humans and dogs interact and that these could help people cope with depression and certain stress-related disorders.

Preliminary results show that a few minutes of stroking a dog prompts a release of a number of “feel good” hormones in humans, including serotonin, prolactin and oxytocin. Simultaneously, levels of the primary stress hormone cortisol, the adrenal chemical responsible for regulating appetite and cravings for carbohydrates, are decreased.

Power of Attorney (POA) gives someone you trust the legal power to act or make decisions about you on your behalf.

A POA is a very useful document; like a Will, it only comes into force if it is needed. Most people are happy to make a Will but feel that they don’t want someone else having the power to make decisions for them. However, ensuring you have a POA in place before it is needed makes a lot of sense.

The second most common infection type in humans, a UTI is an infection which is caused when germs get into the urethra and travel up into the bladder and kidneys.
The most common kind of infection is Iscycystitis; inflammation and infection of the bladder, although other parts of the urinary tract can become infected.

For older and more vulnerable people, nuisance calls can be more than a nuisance – they can be intimidating and upsetting.
Which? and trueCall tracked over seven million calls made over a three-year period. Analysis showed that four in ten calls were nuisance calls.
Worryingly, older customers received 46% more nuisance calls a month than younger customers.

Anyone who has memory problems and is physically able to walk could be at risk of wandering.
Six out of 10 people living with dementia will wander at some time.
It can happen during any stage of the disease.